About
Held each October in Plzeň (Pilsen) to celebrate the 1842 invention of the world's first golden lager, Pilsner Fest draws tens of thousands of beer enthusiasts for a weekend of tastings, brewery tours, live music, and the ceremonial tapping of a giant barrel of Pilsner Urquell. The festival includes a historical parade through the city and free outdoor concerts on the main square — a joyful tribute to the Czech gift to the world.